Obituary of Filip Cappa

C. Filip Cappa, D.D.S., M.I.C.D., O.M.C. (1927 – 2017) In his 90th year, peacefully with his beloved wife of 62 years, Dianne, and children Gina (David Davidson), Barb (Jim Perrone), and Paul (Sheri Steeper) by his side, in London, Ontario. Fil was so proud of his grandchildren Adria (Alex Foster) and Dana (Dylan Feld) Davidson, Gaelen (Simon Brown) and Jillian Perrone, and Vincent and Dominic Cappa. Dear brother to Jean Cappa and Margaret Durnford. Predeceased by his grandson Alphie Cappa. He was a devoted husband, brother, dad and grandpa. Fil, born in St. Marys, Ontario, completed his B.A. at the University of Western Ontario, followed by a Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Toronto in 1955 and in 2012 was honoured to receive the U of T Faculty of Dentistry Award of Distinction. For 40 years, Fil practiced dentistry in London. From 1970-72 he was the Editor of the Journal of the Ontario Dental Association. In 1982 Fil was inducted into the International College of Dentists, Canadian Section where for over 30 years he held the offices of Editor, Registrar, and International Councilman. He was conferred Master Fellow status in 2000. Fil sat on the Board of Mission Services of London for 30 years, was a layman in the Anglican Church, and for over 60 years, an active member of the Masonic Lodge. In 1977 he was presented with the Ontario Special Award for Amateur Sport. Fil was recognized for his community service in 1994 and invested with the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. This year he was honoured for his 30-year involvement with Brassroots. Together Fil and Dianne traveled to 47 countries. A passionate amateur musician, Fil played in many bands, trumpet and later tuba, beginning with the St. Marys Citizens Band in 1946, the UWO Mustang Marching Band, through to the Mocha Shrine Historic Concert Band from 1978-2017. Visitation will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. where the funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, October 14th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. A Masonic Service under the auspices of Ashlar Lodge No. 610 and Oakridge Lodge No. 708 will be conducted at the funeral home on Friday, October 13, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. If desired, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Fil are asked to consider a charity of your choice.